Merle Haggard Essays

Willie Nelson is, without question, one of the most influential musicians of his time. He has left an indelible mark on not only his own genre, but music in general. His unique sound, longevity as an artist, and talent as a songwriter have all combined to make him a popular singer even today. Willie Nelson was born in 1933, amidst the throes of the Great Depression, to his mother Myrle and his father Ira. Nelson’s birthplace was the miniscule farming town of

Continuing to present her depiction as a ruler, Haggard portrays Ayesha has being an imperialist, for she herself asks of Holly: “how thinkest thou that I rule this people…It is by terror” (Haggard 161). Critic Julia Reid in her essay on “‘She-who-must-be-obeyed’: Anthropology and Matriarchy in H. Rider Haggard’s She,” affirms that the “narrative’s depiction of the ‘imperial

As indicated in the title, the new woman is a literally different type of woman who has changed in every aspect of her life. She is a well-educated, free spirited and independent woman figure. She has changed the traditional ideas about ideal womanhood in the late 19th century. Because until this time, the woman was only a mother and wife in the public eye. Her all responsibilities and duties were being consisted by her husband, her children and housework. For example, bearing and nursing children

Another inspiration of Route 66 is in Galena, a small town in Kansas which sees the smallest stretch of the great Route 66. It covers about 13 miles of Kansas coming from it’s east, Montana, and it’s south, Oklahoma. Galena is one of the oldest mining town in Kansas which in the hard line of work being a miner, lead to many deadly mine accidents. Route 66 influenced this time by bringing prosperity to this small town. As more and more travelers and adventurers began to pour through the town, business

people and it is the choice of the person to regulate what they listen to. First of all, artists use music as an opportunity to express himself. The article, “Merle Haggard” stated, “His difficult past provided him with extensive emotion and material for his music, allowing his newfound success to continue”(Merle). Artists like Merle Haggard use their past to help write music and express their opinion. From the article

During the 1970’s there was this sort of depression going on in the world. America was at the dawn of an industrial age, coming out of a depression and into war, the music was young and so many things were being done with music. (Author, 173) During this time, artists, writers, performers, and intellectuals joined together in the laboring of american culture. (Author, 168) Middle and working class white men began gravitating toward cultural symbols like country music, politics, and redneck behavior

Fifty years ago, John Steinbeck 's now classic novel The Grapes of Wrath captured the epic story of an Oklahoma farm family driven west to California by dust storms, drought, and economic hardship. It was a story that generations of Americans have also come to know through Dorothea Lange 's unforgettable photos of migrant families struggling to make a living in Depression-torn California. Now in James N. Gregory 's path-breaking American Exodus, there is at least an historical study that moves beyond

“The Man in Black,” country musician, songwriter, and actor, the Identity of this legend is Johnny Cash. The man in question has a mentality stronger than steel, In an interview in 1993 Cash said this, “Someone else said ‘every day in every way I’m getting better and better,’ I didn’t ‘specially believe that about myself, but I said it everyday and I made myself it and it worked”(“Johnny Cash 1993 Interview”). Through his determination, he ensured his success: , “I went and knocked on that door and

preform in prisons for inmates and poke fun at the prison guards, which only increased his bad boy reputation. During one of these prison performances, Merle Haggard was in the audience as an inmate. He was inspired by Cash’s ability to make a living off music by singing for the common man and was determined to become a country singer. Haggard used his experiences in prison to provide an authentic representation of the common man. He also represented the voice of the patriotic majority when it

Like back in the mid 1980's, country music has taken a dive into commercial radio friendly pop songs. While there are a few playing "real" country such as Whitey Morgan and Wade Reeves, the majority of it isn't authentic country. While there are artists such as Hank lll and Steve Earle who have confidently raised a middle finger to the Nashville establishment, it hasn't eradicated the onslaught of pop artists masking as country singers. If you think Carrie Underwood is country, then you've obviously

There are many great country stars today for example, Thomas Luther Bryan or many of you probably recognize him as Luke Bryan. Luke Bryan is an American country singer and songwriter. He began his music career in the mid 2000s. Luke Bryan was discovered when Capitol Records saw him perform at a restaurant and of course soon after signed him. Thanks to Capitol Records, Luke Bryan has sold over seven million albums, twenty seven million tracks worldwide and has twelve number one hits. He has many more

music booking agencies, recently acquired Nashville-based talent booking firm, The Bobby Roberts Company. As one of Nashville's respected boutique agencies, The Bobby Roberts Company represents about 30 country artists, including Blackjack Billy, Merle Haggard, John Anderson, Bobby Bare, BJ Thomas, Marty Stuart, Pam Tills, Lorrie Morgan, John Michael Montgomery, Chris Jansen and many more. BRC's 10-person staff will join The Agency Group with their respective clients. Founder Bobby Roberts will continue

Although this assignment seems, on the surface, to be a fairly simple and straightforward effort, I have struggled somewhat to focus onto one piece of music. Perhaps it is because I am older, have traveled, worked and lived in many different environments and amongst many different people and cultures. The most basic feeling that comes to me, however, is my love for our country, and the sense of belonging and brotherhood from serving in the armed forces. Growing up in a small town in rural Minnesota

for the 2000s. Across the world, George was the most popular contermapy singer. George started as someone of little importance but came to fame overnight. His biggest influences were Lefty Frizzell, Hank Williams, Merle Haggard, and George Jones. “You know, legends are people like Haggard and Jones and Wills and Sinatra. Those people are legends. I'm just a young buck out here trying to keep in that same circle with the rest of 'em” (George Strait). George Strait was different from other country music

Garth Brooks Imagine yourself standing above thousands of people singing the lyrics of your song back to you. How does it feel? Growing up in the backwoods of Oklahoma, Garth Brooks only had a dream for his reality. Through his hard work and dedication to his music, Garth Brooks, one of the top-selling solo artists and ranked among the biggest stars of his generation, will leave a legacy people only dream to achieve. On February 7, 1962, Troyal Garth Brooks was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Brooks is

Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Nashville Songwriter Hall of Fame, and Memphis Music Hall of Fame; one singer-songwriter, guitarist, actor, and author comes to mind when thinking of the largest contributions to music in the 20th century. Primarily remembered as a country music icon, Johnny Cash spanned many genres in his decades long career, including rock and roll, rockabilly, blues, folk, and gospel. His deep, baritone voice is well known the world over

The Voices Behind The Vietnam War The Vietnam War was previously one of the longest wars in history, causing chaos, terror, and tragedy to everyone. The war officially started in 1955 and ended long after in 1975. The war took place in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos and was fought between the communist forces of North Vietnam and the South Vietnam government. The U.S. gave its support to South Vietnam as it supported the anti-communist side of the war. This war marked a turning in not only American

Hank Williams, Jr., was born Randall Hank Williams to Hank and Audrey nee’ Sheppard Williams. Hank Williams, Jr., was only 3 years old when his father died (“Hank”...Bio para.4). He had 2 stepmothers and a mother. His mother was Audrey, and his step mothers were Bobbie Jett, who had his stepsister, and Billie Gean who was a widow just months after she married Williams, Sr. (Williams para.14). One famous person of Williams, Jr.’s, family would be his stepsister Jett Williams. She is the daughter and

Okies brought their own style of music to the area with them. This music, sometimes described as the Bakersfield Sound, blended traditional country music and honky tonk music that was the norm for the era. It gave birth to musical legends like Merle Haggard and Buck Owens, and also influenced the sound of today’s classic

The artist I will be discussing for my research project is the country music legend and superstar, Garth Brooks. He has been a big fan of mine my entire life, and I love his music. When he was just starting out, he did not have much success. He went to Oklahoma State University and sang in a bar called Willy’s Saloon down on the Strip in Stillwater. Us Oklahomans always feel warm hearted towards stars like him that realize throughout all of his fame and success; he still remembers and is proud of